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location_onBend, Oregon

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Sliding scale, suggested minimum $1 per $1,000 annual income (e.g., $50/year for $50,000 income), no one turned away for inability to pay.
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infoAbout Central Oregon Tool Library

Central Oregon Tool Library: A Community Resource for Sustainable Living

In the heart of Bend, Oregon, a unique community project is making waves by revolutionizing the way residents access the tools they need. The Central Oregon Tool Library is a tool lending library that aims to provide affordable and equitable access to a wide range of tools, fostering sustainability and skill-building in the local community.

OVERVIEWNestled in a prime location at 224 NE Thu

As one of the few tool lending libraries in the region, this non-profit organization offers a novel solution to the often-prohibitive cost of tool ownership, empowering residents to borrow the equipment they need for a wide variety of DIY and home improvement projects.

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help_outlineWhat is the Central Oregon Tool Library?

The Central Oregon Tool Library is a community project that provides a shared resource for tools, making them accessible to everyone. It operates as a tool lending library where people can borrow tools instead of buying them, promoting sustainable living and reducing waste.

help_outlineWhat types of tools are available at the Central Oregon Tool Library?

The Central Oregon Tool Library has a variety of tools available, including power tools, woodworking tools, and gardening tools. They offer a shared resource for the community to access these tools.

help_outlineHow much does it cost to become a member of the Central Oregon Tool Library?

The Central Oregon Tool Library has a sliding scale membership fee based on annual income. The suggested minimum is $1 per $1,000 of annual income, which would be $50 per year for someone with a $50,000 income. However, no one is turned away for inability to pay.

help_outlineWhat are the hours of operation for the Central Oregon Tool Library?

The Central Oregon Tool Library is open on Saturdays from 9 am to 11 am and Sundays from 3 pm to 5 pm. It is closed the rest of the week.

help_outlineIs the Central Oregon Tool Library run by volunteers?

Yes, the Central Oregon Tool Library is volunteer-run.

help_outlineHow can I reserve or check out tools from the Central Oregon Tool Library?

Tools can be reserved online through the Central Oregon Tool Library's website, or checked out in person if they are available. All you need is a membership.

location_onContact & Location

location_on224 NE Thurston Ave, Bend, OR 97701 97701
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Saturday9 am-11 am
Sunday3 pm-5 pm

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Membership Fee
Sliding scale, suggested minimum $1 per $1,000 annual income (e.g., $50/year for $50,000 income), no one turned away for inability to pay.

Annual membership gives you access to the full tool inventory for borrowing.

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